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Manager, Risk & Special ProjectsLone Star College • The Woodlands, TX, United States
Manager, Risk & Special Projects

Manager, Risk & Special Projects

Lone Star College • The Woodlands, TX, United States
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Commitment to Mission

This job carries with it the obligation to uphold the Mission of Lone Star College (LSC) in carrying out the duties of the position. A commitment to positive interpersonal behaviors, professional communication, integrity, leadership, stewardship, respect and accountability to LSC students and employees is essential.

Cultural Beliefs

  • One LSC

Student Focused

  • Own It
  • Foster Belonging
  • Cultivate Community
  • Choose Learning

    The Chronicle of Higher Education's "Great Colleges to Work For" is designed to recognize colleges that have been successful in creating great workplaces and to further research and understanding of the factors, dynamics and influences that have the most impact on organizational culture at higher education institutions.

    Lone Star College has been recognized in multiple categories.

    Campus Marketing Statement

    Lone Star College-System Office

    Lone Star College offers high-quality, low-cost academic transfer and career training education to 80,000+ students each semester. LSC has been named a 2023 Great Colleges to Work For institution by the Chronicle of Higher Education.

    LSC consists of eight colleges, seven centers, eight Workforce Centers of Excellence and Lone Star Corporate College.

    Lone Star College-System Office employees are based at one of two System Office locations; The Woodlands and University Park. Both are the site for multiple administrative departments and system-wide training programs.

    Location address is 5000 Research Forest Drive, The Woodlands, TX 77381.

    Job Description

    PURPOSE AND SCOPE :

    The Manager, Finance and Administration (F&A) Risk and Special Projects, utilizes professional skills to execute complex, often non-routine projects that are strategically important to the financial health and operations of the institution as directed by the Deputy CFO. This position requires collaboration across departments to address financial risks and provide guidance to address those risks. This position identifies opportunities to improve financial processes and procedures for the Finance and Administration (F&A) division while ensuring compliance with relevant state and federal financial regulations, general accounting principles, governmental accounting standards, and internal policies. The Special Projects and Enterprise Risk Manager position reports directly to the Deputy CFO.

    ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS :

  • Coordinates and conducts projects that are non-routine, high-profile, and complex in nature
  • Facilitates risk awareness across the division. Identify, assess, and mitigate potential risks of the F&A division by developing and ensuring proactive measures are in place to minimize financial and operational risks and disruptions
  • Works with the F&A division to develop risk mitigation plans and risk controls
  • Works with major external vendors, business groups, associations, or agencies with relevant authorities to research and create processes for large-scale implementation of enterprise systems
  • Manages a comprehensive review of financial processes and controls to identify vulnerabilities and ensure compliance
  • Conducts research and documents the appropriate accounting treatment of non-routine and / or complex transactions based on Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and the Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB)
  • Collaborates with other departments, divisions, and with external entities to achieve objectives, meet deadlines, and complete projects
  • Provides assistance to the F&A teams by analyzing financial data, resolving significant data variances and issues, developing and preparing reports, and perform complex data calculations
  • Acts as an accounting, system and management resource for the F&A division
  • May review, monitor, and reconcile budgets, providing recommendations for expenditures and approving purchase orders in accordance with established parameters
  • Responsible for other reasonable, related duties as assigned
  • KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES :

  • Deep understanding of financial principles and accounting standards
  • Ability to analyze complex financial data, identify trends, and develop effective solutions to address financial and operational challenges
  • Excellent interpersonal and written / verbal communication skills
  • Ability to interpret policy, procedures and data
  • Strong analytical and critical thinking skills
  • Excellent organizational skills with proven ability to work collaboratively with multiple business functions
  • Ability to adapt to changing priorities, manage multiple projects simultaneously, and work effectively
  • Fluent PC computer skills with knowledge of the Microsoft Office suite, and other charting, flowchart, and / or diagram software
  • PHYSICAL ABILITIES :

    The work is generally sedentary while using a computer. However, there may be some walking; standing; bending; carrying of light items, such as papers, books, or small parts; or driving an automobile. No special physical demands are required to perform the work.

    WORK SCHEDULE AND CONDITIONS :

  • Equipment used includes a laptop with Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe, etc. and phones.
  • Interface with internal and external contacts as needed to carry out the functions of the position.
  • Work may be performed in a climate-controlled office with minimal exposure to safety hazards or remotely as determined by the supervisor.
  • REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS :

  • Bachelor's degree and at least 5 years of experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
  • Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, business, or a related field with 150 semester hours of education required for CPA eligibility
  • Certification in one of the following : Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Certified Government Audit Professional (CGAP), Certification in Risk Management Assurance (CRMA), Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE), or Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA)
  • PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS :

  • Master's degree in Business, Accounting, Finance, or a related field
  • Experience in auditing, business process improvement or equivalent
  • Previous experience in higher education or with governmental accounting
  • Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Certified Internal Auditor (CIA)
  • Salary

    Hiring salary range is $77,356 - $88,960

    Lone Star College provides a hiring salary range for all posted full-time non-faculty positions. Where your salary offer would fall in that range is determined by your related experience and education. Should you receive an offer of employment from Lone Star College, the resume submitted in the application process will be utilized to calculate your salary offer. The information outlined below will provide the Office of Human Resources everything needed to determine an accurate starting salary.

    Your resume should provide a complete picture of your work experience. The resume should include the following information for each position listed :

  • Length of time (specific months and years) of employment
  • If the position was full time or part time
  • If the position was paid or unpaid
  • Level of degree completed including date earned.
  • Unofficial transcript for highest earned degree
  • Additionally, any certifications listed as required or preferred in the Lone Star College job description should be included in the resume submitted.

    Benefits Marketing Statement

    By joining our top-notch institution, you will enjoy being a part of an organization that offers a supportive, collegial work environment and excellent work / life balance. This includes a full comprehensive and competitive benefits package, a generous number of paid holidays and vacation days, wellness programs, tuition waiver, professional development opportunities and more.

    Special Instructions

    Go to the Job Search page, click on 'My Activities' at the top of the page. Under My Cover Letters and Attachments you will click on 'Add Attachment.' Please be sure to put the Job ID# in the title once you name your file for cover letters only, unless you attached your cover letter with your resume.

    If you are applying for an Instructional position (i.e. Faculty, Adjunct Faculty, Instructor), please ensure you include the following to be considered : Resume / CV, Cover Letter, Teaching Philosophy, and unofficial transcripts.

    You must limit your file name for any attachment to 40 characters or less.

    How to Apply

    ALL APPLICANTS MUST APPLY ONLINE ONLY

    We will not accept application material received via fax, email, mail, or hand delivered.

    Postings for part-time and adjunct positions are active for the academic year. By selecting the option to receive notifications on your profile, you will begin receiving electronic communication regarding new opportunities with Lone Star College (LSC).

    If selected for an interview, a recruiter will contact you by phone, or email to schedule an interview.

    Lone Star College participates in the E-Verify program, under which Lone Star College provides the federal government with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm that the employee is authorized to work in the United States.

    More information on the E-Verify program is available at www.dhs.gov / E-Verify .

    Lone Star College is an EEO Employer. All positions are subject to a criminal background check.

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